As a Laboratory Technician, Level I, you will be focused on generating high quality data at a large capacity for POLARIS Laboratory customers using laboratory instruments while following work instructions demonstrating successful mastery of assigned tests.

This is a 2nd Shift Job Opportunity. Hours are 4 : 00 PM to 12 : 30 AM. The beginning pay rate is between $18 and $20 per hour based on experience plus a 6% shift differential to paid for any hours worked during 2nd shift.

How you will spend your time :

Percentage of time on average spent on a responsibility, duty, or task to be successful :

• Use resources to achieve outcomes : Manage your use of common software such as ECI, ADI, HRN, JIRA, and Teams. Manage use of LIMS effectively in the lab by navigating the menus and screens presented, print paperwork, and research sample history.
• Achieve daily production goals, troubleshoot and appropriately escalate instrument issues, Work according to assigned schedule within the framework of the attendance policy.

Perform instrument maintenance using given resources.

Support the Quality system : Adhere to the Work Instructions. Achieve and maintain audits for assigned tests and documents.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of training document changes. Achieve high level of quality as measured through customer satisfaction (CARs / Customer Complaints).

• Support the Safety program : Take appropriate actions to prevent safety related incidents and uses personal protective equipment appropriately, Achieve and maintain certification for safety courses.
• Contribute as a team member : Communicate business needs to leaders, support team members in achieving team goals. Bring ideas and recommendations to improve process and efficiency through the Lean initiative.

Other tasks will include :

• Work collaboratively with other members of Laboratory Operations, Research and Development, Sample Processing and Maintenance and Calibration departments to resolve issues
• Work collaboratively with the Quality department on audits

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill and Ability you must have to be successful :

• Successful applicants will have a positive attitude and like continually learning new skills
• Have mechanical ability and fine motor skills
• Able to do juggle various tasks that must be completed within the same timeframe
• Able to do repetitive tasks
• Maintain well-organized workspace
• Ability to identify and resolve issues (trouble-shooting)
• Complete actions with high levels of attention to detail
• Able to detect color and odor
• Able to apply process steps to complete actions
• Effective communication skills
• Effective time management
• Adhere to and support of the POLARIS Employee Handbook inclusive of the Standards of Conduct
• Learn and support of the quality management system
• Learn and support POLARIS Laboratories safety programs
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

GED or High School Diploma

Safety Requirements

OSHA laws require the use of the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety.

At POLARIS Laboratories, when going through the Laboratory it is required that you wear eye protection.

Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE. POLARIS Laboratories provides the required

PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

To ensure safety throughout the facility, all employees are required to maintain up to date HAZMAT, OSHA, RCRA, Methylene Chloride, and General Laboratory Safety training as defined within the POLARIS Quality System.

Compensation details : 18-20 Hourly Wage

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Last updated : 2024-05-18